YOU Can Help Connect Kids to Books!
In the article "Great Ideas Connecting Kids to Books" by Mary Brigid Barrett in the NCBLA's Mentor Handbook on thencbla.org, Barrett explains how all the adults in a young person's life--not just a child's parents and teachers, but his or her other family and community members--can make a huge impact on a child's life. All adults who live and work with children in even limited ways can encourage kids to turn off the TV and video games and engage in a good book!
Here is an excerpt:
Grandparents, uncles, aunts, friends, neighbors, coaches, scout and camp
councilors, youth volunteers—all of you have far more influence on the kids in
your life than you know. And you have enormous influence on the children and
teens that have parents who, for whatever reason, are unable to fulfill their
parental responsibilities. Your position is free of even ordinary
parental/child/teen tension, and because of that, your leadership and friendship
are hugely meaningful, especially to preteen and teens that are naturally
looking beyond their own backyards for mentors. Don’t be afraid to exert your
influence encouraging kids to read, to write, to stay in school and learn.
To read the entire article, click here.
The NCBLA website is overflowing with informative articles for adults and who live and work with young people. Whether you are a parent, teacher, grandparent, or coach, you will find something to help you encourage literacy and help your kids become lifelong readers! Be sure to check out:
